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Interpretive Programs
Ranger presenting interpretive talk on mountaintop
NPS photo by Charles Strickfaden
Interpretive programs are presented each summer weekend at the top of the Snowbowl Sky Ride.

A unique partnership between the National Park Service and the US Forest Service provides interpretive talks and guided hikes at NPS and Forest locations throughout the summer.  

Click here for a schedule of 2008 programs.
Aerial view of Sunset Crater Volcano and surrounding cinder fields.  

Did You Know?
Sunset Crater was nearly dynamited in 1929, to create a landslide for the Hollywood movie "Avalanche". Local citizens were outraged and lobbied for its protection. The result was establishment of Sunset Crater National Monument in 1930. "Volcano" was added to the name in 1990.

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Last Updated: July 03, 2008 at 16:59 EST